Are you interested in learning more about our club? Why not attend a meeting or visit us at one of our upcoming community service projects? We’d love to meet you!
*** Meetings, Volunteer Opportunities & Events for October – December, 2026
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***Saturday, October 3, 8:30 a.m. – 10:00 a.m. and/or 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. LOCATION: The Center at Belvedere. Kiwanis has been asked to volunteer at the ACTIVE AGING EXPO. The early shift is at 8:30-10, where we will direct and assist exhibitors as they set up their tables. (Great time to share with them about Kiwanis!) The next shift is 10-1:00 and will involve helping direct parking and unloading, welcoming and directing visitors and generally providing a warm introduction to the Center. Please let Cindy know what times you can help out.
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***Monday, October 5, 6: 30 p.m. –“First Monday” General Meeting. LOCATION: The Center at Belvedere. PROGRAM: “Bring a Guest Night” What better way to start the new Kiwanis year than to invite a neighbor, a relative, a church friend, someone from work, anyone (!) to have a nice meal with a group of civic-minded volunteers who love“serving the children of our community and the world.”#KidsNeedKiwanis
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***Monday, October 12, 6:30 p.m. — BOARD MEETING on Virtual
MONDAY, October 12, 6:30 p.m., is our October Club Board Meeting. This meeting will be held virtually. Link will be provided.
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***Monday, October 19, 6: 30 p.m. –“Third Monday” Speaker Meeting. LOCATION: The Center at Belvedere. PROGRAM: Bernie Boone and Kimberly Skelly of Sentara Martha Jefferson Hospital.
Bernie Boone, President of Sentara Martha Jefferson Hospital, and Kimberly Skelly, Executive Director of the Sentara Martha Jefferson Hospital Foundation, will speak to our club about the latest developments at this outstanding healthcare resource in our community. “Sentara Martha Jefferson Hospital is a 176-bed facility that focuses on consistently setting the standard for clinical quality and personalized healthcare services…we are committed to delivering a distinctive combination of cutting-edge technology along with our Caring Tradition, the promise of personalized care tailored to the needs of each individual patient.”
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***Saturday, October 24, 9 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. Volunteering and Kiwanis Recruitment Opportunity
We received this request from The Center – they loved our enthusiasm at the Active Aging Expo. They need 3-4 volunteers for their “Shredding Day.” We can wear Kiwanis gear and have more flexibility to have a table and hand out materials. Are there 3-4 people who want to volunteer? Job description below.
The shredding truck will be parked at the far end of the parking lot, and we try to keep traffic flowing smoothly by asking participants to remain in their vehicles. We collect payment through the driver’s window before they reach the truck. Once they pull up to the truck, volunteers help unload the bags and boxes of documents to be shredded. The event is open to the community. $10 total for up to 5 bags/boxes, and $5 for each additional bag/box. Additional donations are kindly accepted to help pay for the shredding truck and to support the Center’s operations. Cash only please. Please note we will not be able to accept entire car loads, truck loads or office loads of paper from an individual.
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***Monday, October 26, 5:45 p.m.– Fourth Monday is “Dick Fowler Memorial Service Work Night” PROJECT and LOCATION: Bricks and MiniFigs Store in Stonefield Shops. Details below: “Flash Mob” to support Ready Kids.
Collection Drive (aka “Flash Mob”) for Ready Kids is tonight’s service project, with drop off at the Bricks and MiniFigs Store at Stonefield (aka The Lego Store). Please have your contributions there by 6:00 p.m. as the store will be closing at that time. Then we will move to the nearby Shake Shack for a meal and some social time together. Ready Kids staffer will be there as our guest. Jim reminds us to wear our Kiwanis Tee shirts so the public can appreciate our service project in full Kiwanis glory! #KidsNeedKiwanis
Ready Kids is in need of new or gently used craft supplies, games and coats for December distribution to the children. They don’t specifically ask for books but I’m sure they would welcome them. If you would prefer to shop from home or just need some ideas, here is a link to their wish list: https://giftlist.com/l/AGGSf7XwL8
See the flyer above for additional ideas or information. Cindy has emailed the contact person for suggestions about coat sizes and will forward that info when received. #KidsNeedKiwanis
Andrea Copeland, President and CEO, of the Charlottesville Regional Chamber of Commerce will speak to us about recent developments at the Chamber.“The Chamber’s simple yet clear vision is a thriving regional economy through advocacy, workforce development, and strong, sustainable partnerships.”
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***November 3–Election Day. Remember to Vote!
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***Monday, November 9, 6:30 p.m. — BOARD MEETING on Virtual
MONDAY, November 9, 6:30 p.m., is our November Club Board Meeting. This meeting will be held virtually. Link will be provided.
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***Wednesday, November 11. Honoring All Who Served
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***Monday, November 16, 6: 30 p.m. — Third Monday Speaker Meeting. LOCATION: The Center at Belvedere. Program: Kiwanis Family Month–Key Club Leaders
November is Kiwanis Family Month and we are pleased to have with us tonight leaders from the four Key Clubs that we sponsor. The Charlottesville club sponsors four high school Key Clubs in this area (Albemarle, Western Albemarle, Monticello, and Charlottesville), engaging more than 300 students in energetic community service and thoughtful leadership development.
Did you know: The Kiwanis Key Club is the largest and oldest youth service leadership program in the world, with chapters on more than 5,000 high school campuses in the United States alone. “High school student members of Key Club perform acts of service in their communities, such as cleaning up parks, collecting clothing and organizing food drives. They also learn leadership skills by running meetings, planning projects and holding elected leadership positions at the club, district and international levels.” Capital District Key Club is made up of more than 12,000 members in 225 Key Clubs at high schools across Delaware, Maryland, Virginia, West Virginia, and the District of Columbia.
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***Monday, November 23, 4:00 p.m.– Fourth Monday is “Dick Fowler Memorial Service Work Night” LOCATION: Ronald McDonald House.
Kiwanis returns to one of our favorite children’s charities, Ronald McDonald House, where a team led by ImmediatePast Division 9 Lt Gov Cheryl Kirby will prepare dinner for the approximately 18 families who are staying at this most valuable local resource while their children are receiving treatment at the great UVA Children’s Hospital nearby. RMHC staff will have several other sorting and wrapping tasks for the Kiwanis volunteers to perform, making sure that there are not too many cooks in the kitchen spoiling the broth. Contact President Cindy if you know you would like to be part of this effort.
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***Thursday, November 28 — Thanksgiving Day
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***Monday, November 30, 6:00 p.m.— The occasional fifth Monday is reserved for a Kiwanis Family social activity. Guests are cordially invited to share a meal with us and learn about opportunities to join us for volunteer service that contributes to the betterment of our community.DETAILS: WE HAVE DECIDED THAT DUE TO THE PROXIMITY OF THANKSGIVING WE WILL NOT HAVE A SOCIAL EVENT THIS EVENING.
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***Friday, December 4, Toy Lift in Charlottesville. The main toy collection event.
Toy Lift in Charlottesville is a charitable initiative that collects toys and books for local children in need during the holiday season. The organization encourages community involvement through donations and volunteer opportunities to spread joy and support families in the area. Details about the Kiwanis Club’s participation on the weekend of December 11-13 in collaboration will local schools will come shortly.
Rebecca Ellison of VIA Virginia Centers for Neurodevelopment a 501(c)3 nonprofit providing compassionate, evidence-based services for people with autism and other developmental disabilities. With locations in Charlottesville, Roanoke, Lynchburg, and Lexington, VIA “ensures that every person served receives the right support in the right setting so they can reach their full potential.” Beginning in April 2026, VIA Centers for Neurodevelopment (VIA) is celebrating three decades of dedicated service to individuals with autism and their families. Since its grassroots beginnings in 1996 with just four students, VIA has evolved into a premier provider of evidence-based clinical and special educational services across Virginia.
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***Thursday, December 10, 5:00 p.m. Kendra Scott Gives Back in the store at Stonefield or on-line with special code. 20% of your purchase price comes back to the Kiwanis Club of Charlottesville. Just in time for the Holidays!
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***Saturday, December 12. 6:00 p.m. Kiwanis Christmas Holiday Celebration—Greencroft Club
Kari Lamb, Recruitment and Training Coordinator, at Piedmont CASA, will present our program this evening. “Since 1995, Piedmont CASA has been changing the stories of children and youth whose lives have been disrupted by foster care. Serving Virginia’s 16th Judicial District, our organization recruits, trains, and supports Court Appointed Special Advocate (CASA) volunteers who become a consistent voice for children navigating the foster care and juvenile court systems.”
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***Monday, December 28, No Fourth Monday Service Work Night Tonight. Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!!
We are happy to assist @Shine Cville in their inclusive support of youth, especially LGBTQ+ and Ally support in our community with teen-friendly items through our nonprofit partnership with Walmart. 🌈#KidsneedKiwanis... See MoreSee Less
Partnership is the path to success - and we have been partnering with Central Little League sponsoring a Kiwanis team for 65 years! This year, we are increasing our commitment: supporting the batting cage rebuilds and fundraising for the Aidan's Lights project. Baseball, softball and tee ball get our community's children outdoors and active, teaching sportsmanship, team work and fundamental skills.
Pictured: Kiwanis Club of Charlottesville volunteers teaming up with Central Little League parents before the season opened - many hands made the impossible possible! ... See MoreSee Less
Capital District Kiwanis Division 9 Lieutenant Governor Wendy Cooper paid an official LTG visit to our regular meeting before our speaker - always fun since she is our very own member! She was thrilled to share that the Kiwanis Club of Charlottesville is #1 in the District in new membership, and we could not be happier. With every new member, our ability to serve children in our community grows. We are on a mission to expand our impact, especially on Central Little League, Community Bikes, The Salvation Army Charlottesville, VA and our signature project for children in foster care, Cozy Comforts.
We meet 1st and 3rd Mondays at 6 p.m. at The Center at Belvedere. Check us out. I guarantee you will receive a warm welcome, find a few hands-on service opportunities, and make some new friends! We gather for a service project every 4th Monday - always to serve children. Service project location varies, so check www.kiwaniscville.org for a calendar with details or DM us.
Pictured: Wendy Cooper and President Cindy Reynolds celebrating club growth. ... See MoreSee Less
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Are you interested in learning more about our club? Why not attend a meeting or visit us at one of our upcoming community service projects? We’d love to meet you!
*** Meetings, Volunteer Opportunities & Events for October – December, 2026
____________
***Saturday, October 3, 8:30 a.m. – 10:00 a.m. and/or 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. LOCATION: The Center at Belvedere. Kiwanis has been asked to volunteer at the ACTIVE AGING EXPO. The early shift is at 8:30-10, where we will direct and assist exhibitors as they set up their tables. (Great time to share with them about Kiwanis!) The next shift is 10-1:00 and will involve helping direct parking and unloading, welcoming and directing visitors and generally providing a warm introduction to the Center. Please let Cindy know what times you can help out.
___________
***Monday, October 5, 6: 30 p.m. –“First Monday” General Meeting. LOCATION: The Center at Belvedere. PROGRAM: “Bring a Guest Night” What better way to start the new Kiwanis year than to invite a neighbor, a relative, a church friend, someone from work, anyone (!) to have a nice meal with a group of civic-minded volunteers who love“serving the children of our community and the world.” #KidsNeedKiwanis
______________
***Monday, October 12, 6:30 p.m. — BOARD MEETING on Virtual
MONDAY, October 12, 6:30 p.m., is our October Club Board Meeting. This meeting will be held virtually. Link will be provided.
____________
***Monday, October 19, 6: 30 p.m. –“Third Monday” Speaker Meeting. LOCATION: The Center at Belvedere. PROGRAM: Bernie Boone and Kimberly Skelly of Sentara Martha Jefferson Hospital.
Bernie Boone, President of Sentara Martha Jefferson Hospital, and Kimberly Skelly, Executive Director of the Sentara Martha Jefferson Hospital Foundation, will speak to our club about the latest developments at this outstanding healthcare resource in our community. “Sentara Martha Jefferson Hospital is a 176-bed facility that focuses on consistently setting the standard for clinical quality and personalized healthcare services…we are committed to delivering a distinctive combination of cutting-edge technology along with our Caring Tradition, the promise of personalized care tailored to the needs of each individual patient.”
_____________
***Saturday, October 24, 9 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. Volunteering and Kiwanis Recruitment Opportunity
LOCATION: The Center at Belvedere. PROGRAM: Shredding Day
We received this request from The Center – they loved our enthusiasm at the Active Aging Expo. They need 3-4 volunteers for their “Shredding Day.” We can wear Kiwanis gear and have more flexibility to have a table and hand out materials. Are there 3-4 people who want to volunteer? Job description below.
The shredding truck will be parked at the far end of the parking lot, and we try to keep traffic flowing smoothly by asking participants to remain in their vehicles. We collect payment through the driver’s window before they reach the truck. Once they pull up to the truck, volunteers help unload the bags and boxes of documents to be shredded. The event is open to the community. $10 total for up to 5 bags/boxes, and $5 for each additional bag/box. Additional donations are kindly accepted to help pay for the shredding truck and to support the Center’s operations. Cash only please. Please note we will not be able to accept entire car loads, truck loads or office loads of paper from an individual.
____________
***Monday, October 26, 5:45 p.m.– Fourth Monday is “Dick Fowler Memorial Service Work Night” PROJECT and LOCATION: Bricks and MiniFigs Store in Stonefield Shops. Details below: “Flash Mob” to support Ready Kids.
Collection Drive (aka “Flash Mob”) for Ready Kids is tonight’s service project, with drop off at the Bricks and MiniFigs Store at Stonefield (aka The Lego Store). Please have your contributions there by 6:00 p.m. as the store will be closing at that time. Then we will move to the nearby Shake Shack for a meal and some social time together. Ready Kids staffer will be there as our guest. Jim reminds us to wear our Kiwanis Tee shirts so the public can appreciate our service project in full Kiwanis glory! #KidsNeedKiwanis
Ready Kids is in need of new or gently used craft supplies, games and coats for December distribution to the children. They don’t specifically ask for books but I’m sure they would welcome them. If you would prefer to shop from home or just need some ideas, here is a link to their wish list: https://giftlist.com/l/AGGSf7XwL8
See the flyer above for additional ideas or information. Cindy has emailed the contact person for suggestions about coat sizes and will forward that info when received. #KidsNeedKiwanis
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***Monday, November 2, 6: 30 p.m. — First Monday Speaker Meeting. LOCATION: The Center at Belvedere. Program: Andrea Copeland of the Charlottesville Regional Chamber of Commerce.
Andrea Copeland, President and CEO, of the Charlottesville Regional Chamber of Commerce will speak to us about recent developments at the Chamber.“The Chamber’s simple yet clear vision is a thriving regional economy through advocacy, workforce development, and strong, sustainable partnerships.”
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***November 3–Election Day. Remember to Vote!
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***Monday, November 9, 6:30 p.m. — BOARD MEETING on Virtual
MONDAY, November 9, 6:30 p.m., is our November Club Board Meeting. This meeting will be held virtually. Link will be provided.
____________
***Wednesday, November 11. Honoring All Who Served
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***Monday, November 16, 6: 30 p.m. — Third Monday Speaker Meeting. LOCATION: The Center at Belvedere. Program: Kiwanis Family Month–Key Club Leaders
November is Kiwanis Family Month and we are pleased to have with us tonight leaders from the four Key Clubs that we sponsor. The Charlottesville club sponsors four high school Key Clubs in this area (Albemarle, Western Albemarle, Monticello, and Charlottesville), engaging more than 300 students in energetic community service and thoughtful leadership development.
Did you know: The Kiwanis Key Club is the largest and oldest youth service leadership program in the world, with chapters on more than 5,000 high school campuses in the United States alone. “High school student members of Key Club perform acts of service in their communities, such as cleaning up parks, collecting clothing and organizing food drives. They also learn leadership skills by running meetings, planning projects and holding elected leadership positions at the club, district and international levels.” Capital District Key Club is made up of more than 12,000 members in 225 Key Clubs at high schools across Delaware, Maryland, Virginia, West Virginia, and the District of Columbia.
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***Monday, November 23, 4:00 p.m.– Fourth Monday is “Dick Fowler Memorial Service Work Night” LOCATION: Ronald McDonald House.
Kiwanis returns to one of our favorite children’s charities, Ronald McDonald House, where a team led by Immediate Past Division 9 Lt Gov Cheryl Kirby will prepare dinner for the approximately 18 families who are staying at this most valuable local resource while their children are receiving treatment at the great UVA Children’s Hospital nearby. RMHC staff will have several other sorting and wrapping tasks for the Kiwanis volunteers to perform, making sure that there are not too many cooks in the kitchen spoiling the broth. Contact President Cindy if you know you would like to be part of this effort.
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***Thursday, November 28 — Thanksgiving Day
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***Monday, November 30, 6:00 p.m.— The occasional fifth Monday is reserved for a Kiwanis Family social activity. Guests are cordially invited to share a meal with us and learn about opportunities to join us for volunteer service that contributes to the betterment of our community. DETAILS: WE HAVE DECIDED THAT DUE TO THE PROXIMITY OF THANKSGIVING WE WILL NOT HAVE A SOCIAL EVENT THIS EVENING.
____________
***Friday, December 4, Toy Lift in Charlottesville. The main toy collection event.
Toy Lift in Charlottesville is a charitable initiative that collects toys and books for local children in need during the holiday season. The organization encourages community involvement through donations and volunteer opportunities to spread joy and support families in the area. Details about the Kiwanis Club’s participation on the weekend of December 11-13 in collaboration will local schools will come shortly.
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***Monday, December 7, 6: 30 p.m. — Third Monday Speaker Meeting. LOCATION: The Center at Belvedere. Program: Rebecca Ellison of VIA Virginia Centers for Neurodevelopment.
Rebecca Ellison of VIA Virginia Centers for Neurodevelopment a 501(c)3 nonprofit providing compassionate, evidence-based services for people with autism and other developmental disabilities. With locations in Charlottesville, Roanoke, Lynchburg, and Lexington, VIA “ensures that every person served receives the right support in the right setting so they can reach their full potential.” Beginning in April 2026, VIA Centers for Neurodevelopment (VIA) is celebrating three decades of dedicated service to individuals with autism and their families. Since its grassroots beginnings in 1996 with just four students, VIA has evolved into a premier provider of evidence-based clinical and special educational services across Virginia.
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***Thursday, December 10, 5:00 p.m. Kendra Scott Gives Back in the store at Stonefield or on-line with special code. 20% of your purchase price comes back to the Kiwanis Club of Charlottesville. Just in time for the Holidays!
____________
***Saturday, December 12. 6:00 p.m. Kiwanis Christmas Holiday Celebration—Greencroft Club
SATURDAY, December 12, 6 p.m., Kiwanis Christmas Holiday Celebration, Greencroft Club, at 575 Rodes Dr. Charlottesville VA 22903 This year we will have a special “Evening of Inspiration” to benefit the Kiwanis Club of Charlottesville Foundation. Details and a special invitation to follow. Save the date!
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***December 14 — BOARD MEETING on Virtual
MONDAY, December 14, 6:30 p.m., is our December Club Board Meeting. This meeting will be held virtually. Link will be provided.
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***Saturday, December 19, 11 a.m. – 5 p.m. Kiwanis Bell-Ringing for the Salvation Army at Kroger Rio Hill located at 1980 Rio Hill Ctr., Charlottesville,VA 22901. Contact Jim Hart to sign up to volunteer.
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***Monday, December 21, 6: 30 p.m. — First Monday Speaker Meeting. LOCATION: The Center at Belvedere. Program: Kari Lamb of Piedmont CASA.
Kari Lamb, Recruitment and Training Coordinator, at Piedmont CASA, will present our program this evening. “Since 1995, Piedmont CASA has been changing the stories of children and youth whose lives have been disrupted by foster care. Serving Virginia’s 16th Judicial District, our organization recruits, trains, and supports Court Appointed Special Advocate (CASA) volunteers who become a consistent voice for children navigating the foster care and juvenile court systems.”
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***Monday, December 28, No Fourth Monday Service Work Night Tonight. Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!!
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Partnership is the path to success - and we have been partnering with Central Little League sponsoring a Kiwanis team for 65 years! This year, we are increasing our commitment: supporting the batting cage rebuilds and fundraising for the Aidan's Lights project. Baseball, softball and tee ball get our community's children outdoors and active, teaching sportsmanship, team work and fundamental skills.
Pictured: Kiwanis Club of Charlottesville volunteers teaming up with Central Little League parents before the season opened - many hands made the impossible possible! ... See MoreSee Less
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Capital District Kiwanis Division 9 Lieutenant Governor Wendy Cooper paid an official LTG visit to our regular meeting before our speaker - always fun since she is our very own member! She was thrilled to share that the Kiwanis Club of Charlottesville is #1 in the District in new membership, and we could not be happier. With every new member, our ability to serve children in our community grows. We are on a mission to expand our impact, especially on Central Little League, Community Bikes, The Salvation Army Charlottesville, VA and our signature project for children in foster care, Cozy Comforts.
We meet 1st and 3rd Mondays at 6 p.m. at The Center at Belvedere. Check us out. I guarantee you will receive a warm welcome, find a few hands-on service opportunities, and make some new friends! We gather for a service project every 4th Monday - always to serve children. Service project location varies, so check www.kiwaniscville.org for a calendar with details or DM us.
Pictured: Wendy Cooper and President Cindy Reynolds celebrating club growth. ... See MoreSee Less
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